The Last Glacial Maximum
The Last Glacial Maximum (LGM) occurred around 26,500 years ago when Earth was in the grip of the last Ice Age. During this time, vast ice sheets covered large parts of North America, Europe, and Asia, leading to lower sea levels and colder temperatures. Many regions that are now habitable were uninhabitable, and ecosystems were drastically different, with many species adapting or going extinct. The LGM significantly shaped the planet's geography and climate, influencing human migration patterns and the development of modern landscapes as the ice gradually retreated, leading to the climate we experience today.
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The Last Glacial Maximum (LGM) occurred around 26,500 years ago when Earth's climate was significantly colder than today. Large ice sheets covered vast parts of North America, Europe, and Asia, leading to a lower sea level and changes in ecosystems. During this period, much of the land was inhospitable to human life, pushing our ancestors to adapt to colder conditions. As temperatures gradually warmed, these ice sheets melted, reshaping landscapes and allowing for the spread of vegetation and wildlife, ultimately setting the stage for human expansion across the globe.